That night, Cao Jinxing followed Huang Fanling around the Qingyu Building. She showed no signs of guarding against him and told him all about the layout of the various agencies in the building. Cao Jinxing was a little surprised, and his heart was inevitably a little more volatile.
Judging from the contact during this period, this world is still a bit poetic and picturesque, and children love each other.
It's not as messy as he imagined before, with people like Wan Heqing, Qin Xuanji, and Huang Fanling.
His resistance became less intense.
"let it go."
After that, Cao Jinxing insisted on buying three Heavenly King Pills at the market price, and did not let go no matter what Huang Fanling said.
If Huang Fanling doesn't treat him as an outsider, he can't treat himself as an outsider.
No matter what changes happen in the future, at least for now, the brothers will settle the scores.
After buying the elixir, Cao Jinxing said goodbye and left. He planned to go to Xuandu to watch Feihu Pond for half-month retreat the next day. Before leaving, he mentioned it to Huang Fanling.
Huang Fanling held the undelivered elixir in her hand and looked at his retreating back, feeling a little depressed, but more of a happy person.
She has superb medical skills and is very proficient in the basic medical skills of "seeing, smelling, asking, and treating."
She could tell from Cao Jinxing's subtle facial expressions that he was loose. In the past, this guy would never have told her about his next trip.
"No, it's not wood..."
Huang Fanling thought with interest: "The wood is blunt-minded and stupid, but he is not. He is blue and white porcelain, exquisite and clear, but it heats slowly and cools slowly..."
She returned to the alchemy room, took out a piece of rice paper, and began to draw.
Her painting skills are very good and her speed is very fast. With just a few strokes, she sketched out the street scene of the Ghostly Mayor Street.
The lights were dim, and there was a steady flow of people on both sides, but only one person in the center did not move.
He was wearing a black silk shirt, standing calmly, with a big snow-white cat lying beside his feet... All the details were described very well, and soon only a human face was left.
Huang Fanling paused with the brush and carefully added the facial features of the person in the painting. This time, there was a smile on the face and eyes - although it was still a little lighter.
"Well, much better."
Huang Fanling was very satisfied with the painting and hung it in the small cubicle behind the alchemy room.
There is also a painting there, in which he is dressed in a flying fish suit and embroidered with a spring knife, standing proudly on the cliff of the Fish Tail Waterfall, with a look of indifference and alienation between his brows and eyes.
Huang Fanling tilted her head and admired the two paintings. She didn't notice at all that there was a helpless old father in the alchemy room behind her.
"well!"
Huang Huaijiang looked at his daughter's face full of peach blossoms and felt so worried that his head ached: "What's so good about that brat! He can bewitch my precious daughter like this... but he still doesn't understand the amorous feelings. It's really unreasonable!"
the next day.
Cao Jinxing came to Xuandu Temple.
Xuandu Temple and Chaotian Temple were specially built for Jiajing Jingtian to cultivate immortals, and support two great Taoist immortals, Tao Zhongwen and Lan Daoxing.
The former is the Taoist leader of the world who was professed by Jiajing, and he also practices Taoism of Wudang and Longhu schools; the latter is a famous figure in Quanzhen Taoism, proficient in Taiyi Divine Numbers, and first-rate in divination.
Cao Jinxing presented the jade pendant.
The little Taoist priest at the door took it with both hands and rewarded Lan Daoxing. After a while, the door of the Taoist temple opened, and Lan Daoxing in a blue robe appeared at the door.
Don't tell me, he really looks like a fairy.
"Master Cao."
Lan Daoxing bowed his head.
"Lan Zhenren."
Cao Jinxing responded with Taoist etiquette.
In real history, this Lan Daoxing was a man who believed in Yangming's philosophy of mind and had a sense of justice.
When he was supporting the Qi, he once said, "Today there is a treacherous minister who is going to cause trouble." When he was speaking, Yan Song "just happened to" pass by, which made Jiajing feel disgusted with Yan Song.
In this world of high martial arts, such a figure may not be able to reach a certain level. Since he was polite, Cao Jinxing naturally returned the courtesy.
"The Flying Tiger Cave has been opened. Please come with me, sir."
"Thank you for your hard work."
Cao Jinxing followed Lan Daoxing into Xuandu Temple.
For the next fifteen days, Cao Jinxing stayed in seclusion in Feihu Pond and ignored worldly affairs, but the situation in the north became increasingly chaotic.
Early morning thirteen days later.
Before dawn, an invisible falcon flew from the north, broke through the darkness, and rushed towards Liu Zhenyuan's bedroom.
On the bed.
Liu Zhenyuan was meditating when he heard the sound of the invisible falcon's wings flapping far away. He waved his hand and released a bolt of lightning to open the window. The invisible falcon passed through the window and landed on his hand.
Liu Zhenyuan took off the letter from the mailbox on his lap, opened it, and his face suddenly darkened.
He quickly put on his official uniform and rushed out of the mansion, went to Lu Bing's house, and then the two of them went to the Xiyuan Cabinet to check in.
Just as he was hesitating whether to inform the emperor, Lu Fu appeared at the door of the check-in room like a ghost.
"The Holy One has decreed that the two adults should come to see you."
"I obey your orders."
The Xiyuan Cabinet Room was only a stone's throw away from Yuxi Palace, and the three of them quickly arrived outside Yuxi Palace.
"What happened."
In Jinshen Jingshe, Jiajing sat cross-legged on the Bagua table, closed his eyes, and practiced Xuan Gong silently.
Lu Bing signaled Liu Zhenyuan to speak.
Liu Zhenyuan knelt down and said: "Your Majesty, we have just received an urgent report from Han Wu. When Zhu Qi accompanied General Qiu Luan to inspect the border defense, he was attacked and assassinated by someone. He appeared to be poisoned by the 'Blood Rose' and was unconscious!"
Jiajing suddenly opened his eyes.
The cold light flashed away.
"Where is Qiu Luan?"
"General Qiu Luan lost an arm and a leg. He was also poisoned by Blood Rose and is still in a coma."
Jiajing frowned and thought.
The entire Yuxi Palace suddenly became quiet, and you could hear a needle drop.
"Since you are seriously injured, you should take good care of yourself! Xuanda border defense has been temporarily handed over to the commander-in-chief Chen Hui to take full responsibility." Jiajing's words were extremely plain, and there was no hint of emotion or anger. He changed the topic and said: "Twelve is back, right?"
Liu Zhenyuan: "Yes, I returned to Beijing three days ago to report on my work."
"Tell him and Thirteen to go there."
Jiajing closed his eyes again: "Let the two of them 'act cheaply' and thoroughly investigate Qiu Luan's military salary movements... If you don't want Lao Wu and Lao Qi to investigate, then add a few more! If it is proven that Qiu Luan is indeed bribing prisoners and collaborating with the enemy, we will be authorized to do so."
The two of them cooperated with Chen Hui, killing first and then showing off!"
As soon as these words came out, everyone in the hall was shocked.
Since General Qiu Luan was exposed in the Liaodong Ma Market corruption case, he has been closely watched by Jin Yiwei.
Originally, it was okay to be a little greedy, as long as it was not excessive, Jiajing had always been tolerant to those who were used to it. What's more, during the Gengxu Incident, Qiu Luan had done a great job in rescuing King Qin, so Jiajing originally trusted him very much.
This chapter is not finished yet, please click on the next page to continue reading the exciting content! But recently, the clouds have stopped raining in northern Tatar, and the situation has become more and more serious. He heard something different.
King Jiuqin seems to have some hidden agenda.
On June 25, the 29th year of Jiajing's reign, the Tatars invaded Datong. The general Zhang Da and Lin Chun were killed in the battle. On the third day of the intercalary month of June, the imperial court appointed Qiu Luan to guard Datong.
In July of the same year, the Tatars approached Datong, but they did not formally confront Qiu Luan. Instead, they suddenly changed their route and threatened the capital, triggering martial law in the capital.
Qiu Luan took the opportunity to petition for mobile support so that he could challenge the Tatar army at any time.
Jiajing agreed and ordered him to garrison Juyongguan. If there was any alarm, he would immediately go out to meet the enemy.
On August 16, the Tatar army indeed attacked Gubeikou from Jizhen and invaded the capital.
Qiu Luan immediately entered the pass for reinforcements, rescued King Qin, and led his troops to push back the Tatars. As a result, he gained Jiajing's trust and was awarded many rewards. He even became a general of Pinglu, and was able to compete with Yan Song in the court.
This all seems normal.
but……
Can't stand scrutiny.
Jiajing had never thought deeply about why the Tatars changed their way to the capital. Was it a ploy or... what kind of deal did Qiu Luan make with them?
That's not all.
Since the 12th and 13th attacks, the horse market corruption case in Liaodong has been uncovered, which has attracted attention and more and more problems have been exposed!
Especially this time.
Jiajing was worried that he would enrich himself at this time, so he specially asked two eunuchs to assist in the defense of the north, with the intention of warning him and making him more honest.
Unexpectedly, unintentionally, the five and seven old people reported him every day, and all they reported were bad things about him!
He embezzled military pay, supported dead soldiers, accepted bribes, and his subordinates bought too much food and wine bags from officials...
If someone else had said this, Jiajing would not necessarily believe it because of his great contribution to saving King Qin.
However, the Thirteen Taibaoquan are confidants who know the basics and are not involved in party disputes. Their words are definitely not slanderous.
What's more, he also asked Lu Fu to send Dongchang fanzi to confirm that this was the fact!
More importantly, in the last report, Lao Qi said bluntly that Hou Rong, Qiu Luan's subordinate, often left the camp in secret, seeming to be bribing the captives and collaborating with the enemy.
Jiajing didn't believe it at first, but something happened to Lao Qi today... How could Jiajing not be suspicious?
The matter is so important that even if it turns out that he was blind and saw the wrong person, he still has to investigate thoroughly! This is no longer a matter of honor!
If Qiu Luan really bribes the prisoners and collaborates with the enemy, keeping him in the army will prevent the border town army from planting explosives. This nail must be pulled out!
"yes!"
Liu Zhenyuan responded loudly.
"Bring two royal doctors with you."
Jiajing added a sentence and said to Lu Fu: "How toxic is Blood Rose?"
Lu Fu looked serious and said: "Back to my master, 'blood rose' refers to rose flowers watered with the poisonous blood of five extremely toxic animals, namely the seven-inch Yin snake, the hundred-knot centipede, the thousand-year cold toad, and the red fire poison."
Scorpion, a colorful snow spider. This flower is produced on the top of Everest. It is not easy to cultivate. Once it grows, it will be ranked at the lower level of the fourth grade and will make anyone who smells the fragrance of the flower fall asleep and be slaughtered."
"Fourth grade..."
Jiajing frowned slightly: "Bring Li Guishou with you."
Lu Fu: "Yes."
"besides."
Jiajing thought for a while and then said: "Didn't the Prince of Wei in Nanjing send ten artillery pieces for the two of them to escort over and hand them over to Chen Hui? If Anda Khan dares to invade Xuanda, I will beat him!"
"yes!"
Lu Fu, Lu Bing and Liu Zhenyuan responded in unison.
View the back mountain of Xuandu.
Feihu Cave, Feihu Pond.
Cao Jinxing let his long hair down and soaked in the pool naked, letting the spiritual essence-rich water strengthen his bone meridians, cleanse his marrow and strengthen his body.
The eight colors of true energy in the body turn back into the internal force of the cold toad, circulating around the sky over and over again, removing impurities.
After thirteen days of diligent practice, he has completely integrated the internal energy absorbed by the Sui Gong Dafa, and has broken through to the third level of Tongyou.
The innate strength has increased a bit, it was 46 before, and it should be 48 now.
Don't underestimate these two points, converted into potential, it is another big leap.
"I feel like I'm getting closer to Xiang Yu and Li Yuanba..."
Cao Jinxing opened his eyes, leaned against the pool, and thought out of boredom: "Now using "Eight Desolate Punishment Sword Palms" should be able to increase the power by 30%... Fourteen, how do you feel?"
Regulus was also in the pool. He was a little afraid of water. He only dared to lean against the stone platform on Cao Jinxing's right handrail and did not dare to get completely wet. He was timid and very different from usual.
"Meow meow……"
"How big a cat is, and it's still afraid of water..."
"Meow meow~"
Fourteen nudged him lightly with his head.
Cao Jinxing smiled and patted its head with his backhand.
Fourteen squinted his eyes comfortably.
"Master Cao."
Suddenly, Lan Daoxing's voice floated to his ears: "Liu Zhenfu is waiting in front of the door."
"Um"
Cao Jinxing said unexpectedly: "No way, I have to go ahead of schedule and didn't finish my studies during my last vacation..."
Lan Daoxing smiled: "Old Taoist wishes you success in your journey north and your triumphant return."
His voice disappeared.
Cao Jinxing thought, has anything changed in the north?
He stood up from Feihu Pond, waved his hands to disperse the moisture from his body, put on his official uniform, and led Shi Shi out of Feihu Cave. At Xuandu View, he saw Liu Zhenyuan standing at the gate with his hands behind his back, beside him.
It was the famous horse he rode all the way back to the capital.
"Brother."
Cao Jinxing approached and said, "Why is it so urgent?"
"Someone wants to check, and there is something to send."
Liu Zhenyuan turned around and glanced at him first. He was very satisfied with his advanced cultivation and solid foundation. Then he patted his shoulder: "Get ready and rush to Xuanfu as soon as possible. Twelve is already waiting at Dongzhimen with a large group of people.
You, including your people, will tell you specific things."
Cao Jinxing raised his eyebrows: "It's very urgent."
"It's not urgent and I won't be able to wait for two days. Let's take a trip and I'll make up for you when I come back."
Liu Zhenyuan took the reins and handed it to him: "Be careful."
"Oh well."
Cao Jinxing took the reins, glanced at the north, half-smiling but not smiling: "It seems that Qiu Luan's matter is about to happen..."